Events at the Brownsburg Library
American Sign Language (Beginner's)
September 4, 2008 6 p.m.
Beginning American Sign Language (ASL) is an eleven-week course (module one is 6 weeks and module two is 5 weeks at $35.00 per module) intended for adults with little or no prior experience or training in signing. The class will include activities in learning deaf culture, basic sign vocabulary, and ASL syntax and grammar. Teachers will be Linda Bellville, certified educational interpreter, and Christine Besinger, who is deaf. Classes will meet at the Brownsburg Public Library from 6 to 8 p.m. on Thursday evenings beginning Sept. 4.
Students who completed the first two modules will work on advanced levels including different vocabulary and grammar. Payment must be made at the time of registration at the Library.
Gram, Gramps, and Me! - Grandparents Day Special
September 6, 2008 10 a.m.
Hey Toddlers! Bring a grandparent and join us for some fun books, songs, and rhymes! Also, we'll do a craft that you can give to your grandparent as a gift!
An adult caregiver must accompany each child.
Registration is required.
Animal Tales: Raccoon Rambling
September 6, 2008 2 p.m.
Children ages 4-12 are invited to take part in exciting animal adventures with the Hendricks County Park and Recreation Naturalist! Each month we will feature an animal found right here in Indiana while reading a story that helps us discover our wild neighbors. No registration is required!
We will read Raccoon Moon by Nancy Carol Willis and investigate this masked mammal that makes its home in the forest in Indiana and in our own backyards!
Yoga Therapy for Health: Increase Energy, Vitality, and Joy
September 08, 2008 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Mark Hall, Certified Integrative Yoga Therapy Instructor and Reiki Master, will help patrons do a self-assessment for stress levels. Then he will help them address those stress levels using yoga techniques. Guests should wear comfortable clothes and bring a mat/towel and blanket. Please register online or at the reference desk. The class is limited to 12 people.
Kindermusik Family Time
September 8, 2008 6:30 p.m.
Music class for families-you'll play instruments together, dance together, share, and take turns, and see how music can bring you closer as a family. Ages 1-7 years. Parent or caregiver needs to stay.
Registration required for each child.
Kindermusik Family Time
September 9, 2008 9:30 a.m.
Music class for families-you'll play instruments together, dance together, share, and take turns, and see how music can bring you closer as a family. Ages 1-7 years. Parent or caregiver needs to stay.
Registration required for each child.
Family Time Marc Thomas & Max The Moose
September 9, 2008 11 a.m.
Singer, songwriter and ventriloquist Marc Thomas and his puppet buddy Max the Moose, will bring laughter and learning to the Brownsburg Public Library. Marc will bring his friend Max to life for lots of "Moosical"fun! Free All Ages
Techno Tuesday
September 9, 2008 12 p.m.
A demonstration of SIRS Knowledge Resource. A great tool for students of all ages.
Brownsburg Teen Council
September 9, 2008 4:30-5:30 p.m.
Join us for our first meetings for the 08-09 school year. New members are welcome! The Teen Council meets twice a month to discuss movie, music, and book purchases and teen programs. We work on service projects, play games, and enjoy snacks at every meeting. Get involved and take an active role in shaping the teen spaces in the library! Open to teens in 6th -12th grades. Registration is required.
ASL classes
September 11, 2008 6 p.m.
Beginning American Sign Language (ASL) is an eleven-week course (module one is 6 weeks and module two is 5 weeks at $35.00 per module) intended for adults with little or no prior experience or training in signing. The class will include activities in learning deaf culture, basic sign vocabulary, and ASL syntax and grammar. Teachers will be Linda Bellville, certified educational interpreter, and Christine Besinger, who is deaf. Classes will meet at the Brownsburg Public Library from 6 to 8 p.m. on Thursday evenings beginning Sept. 4. Registration is required.
Messy Tykes - Get Corny!
September 12, 2008 10 a.m.
Come play with us! Every Messy Tykes, we'll read a story, sing some songs, do some rhymes, and get a little MESSY! :) This session we'll be using real corn to make our own little corn stalks! Registration required.
Yoga Therapy #2
September 15, 2008 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Mark Hall, Certified Integrative Yoga Therapy Instructor, will lead this session. Class is limited to 12 people. Wear comfortable clothes and bring a mat/towel and blanket. Please register at the reference desk or online.
ASL classes
September 18, 2008 6 p.m
Beginning American Sign Language (ASL) is an eleven-week course (module one is 6 weeks and module two is 5 weeks at $35.00 per module) intended for adults with little or no prior experience or training in signing. The class will include activities in learning deaf culture, basic sign vocabulary, and ASL syntax and grammar. Teachers will be Linda Bellville, certified educational interpreter, and Christine Besinger, who is deaf. Classes will meet at the Brownsburg Public Library from 6 to 8 p.m. on Thursday evenings beginning Sept. 4. Registration is required.
Aaaaargh! Scallyway Storytime (Registration opens 8/29/08)
September 19, 2008 10:30-11:15 a.m.
Aaaaargh you ready for a fun pirate storytime? It’s Talk Like a Pirate Day, and to celebrate we’ll read stories, sing songs, and share rhymes. We’ll also do a fun pirate craft and have time to play together afterwards! This program is for children ages 18 months to 3 ½ years. Hope to see you there, matey!
Brownsburg Teen Council
September 23, 2008 4:30-5:30 p.m.
Join us for our first meetings for the 08-09 school year. New members are welcome! The Teen Council meets twice a month to discuss movie, music, and book purchases and teen programs. We work on service projects, play games, and enjoy snacks at every meeting. Get involved and take an active role in shaping the teen spaces in the library! Open to teens in 6th -12th grades. Registration is required.
Make a Fused Glass Pendant
September 24, 2008 5:30-7:30 p.m.
Join fired arts teacher Sally Suiter for an exciting and fun learning experience in Glass Fusing. Students will learn basic glass cutting techniques to create a 3 layer cabachon suitable for jewelry. You will watch a firing demonstration that involves viewing the glass during the firing process which takes the glass to a molten stage, then venting to cool the glass. We will discuss some of the history of fused glass techniques and modern popular fused glass items. Sally has over 35 years experience in kiln firing clay, porcelain, and glass at her studio in Pittsboro, In. Information is available on her web site www.sallysuiter.com Sign up online or at the desk. Pay your $10 supply fee to Sallie at the door. Class size is limited to 15 people.
ASL classes
September 25, 2008 6 p.m.
Beginning American Sign Language (ASL) is an eleven-week course (module one is 6 weeks and module two is 5 weeks at $35.00 per module) intended for adults with little or no prior experience or training in signing. The class will include activities in learning deaf culture, basic sign vocabulary, and ASL syntax and grammar. Teachers will be Linda Bellville, certified educational interpreter, and Christine Besinger, who is deaf. Classes will meet at the Brownsburg Public Library from 6 to 8 p.m. on Thursday evenings beginning Sept. 4. Registration is required.
Book Grub: No Bake Cookies
September 29, 2008 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Chat with fellow teens about great books, comics, and manga, do fun activities, and make some new friends! Each month we’ll feature a fun, interactive snack to go with our discussion. In September, we’ll have the tastiest, easiest cookies you don’t need an over to make! Open to teens in grades 6-12. Registration is required.
Preschool Express
September 29, 2008 6 p.m.
Preschool Express Ages 3 1/2 to 6 years old. Activities such as stories, songs and crafts have been planned. Registration is required.
Book Babies (Registration opens 9/2/08)
September 29, 2008 1:30-2:15 p.m. Five week session including the following dates: 9/29, 10/6, 10/13, 10/20, 10/27
Book Babies is full of songs, activities, and stories for children 6-18 months and their adult caregiver. After the 20 minutes group session, we will have time to play with toys and interact together.
Toddlers and Teddy Bears (Registration opens 9/2/08)
September 29, 2008 6-6:45 p.m. 5 week session including the following dates: 9/29, 10/6, 10/13, 10/20, 10/27
Toddler Time is full of songs, activities and stories for children 18 months to 3 1/2 years old and their adult caregiver. After the 20 minute group session, we will have time to play with toys and interact together.
Toddler Time (Registration opens 9/2/08)
September 30, 2008 10-10:45 a.m. 5 week session including the following dates: 9/30, 10/7, 10/14, 10/21, 10/28
Toddler Time is full of songs, activities and stories for children 18 to 30 months and their adult caregiver. After the 20 minute group session, we will have time to play with toys and interact together.
Teddy Bear Time (Registration opens 9/2/08)
September 30, 2008 1-1:45 p.m. 5 week session including the following dates: 9/30, 10/7, 10/14, 10/21, 10/28
Teddy Bear Time is full of songs, activities, stories and a simple craft for children 2 1/2 to 3 1/2 years old and their adult caregiver. After the 30 minute group session, we will have time to play with toys and interact together.
AARP Driver Safety Program
Tuesday, September 30, 2008 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
The Library is proud to again host this 2 part AARP class taught by AARP volunteer Dean Willey. You don't have to be a member of AARP to attend. This is a refresher class which doesn't involve actual driving. There is no age limit for participants. Course participants sharpen their driving skills, develop strategies for adjusting to age-related changes in vision, hearing and reaction time, and learn how to handle the challenges of today's roads, including how to deal with aggressive drivers. Part 1 of the class will be Sept. 30 from 9-12:30. Part 2 will be on October 1 from 9-12:30. Please register at the desk or online. Pay $10 at the door on the first day of class.
Preschool Express
September 30, 2008 10 a.m. OR 1 p.m.
Preschool Express Ages 3 1/2 to 6 years old. Activities such as stories, songs and crafts have been planned. Registration is required.
Autumn Crafts
September 30, 2008 6-7 p.m.
Create beautiful autumn crafts to decorate your space! We’ll create a beautiful Seed Topiary, some Leafy Prints, and more! Open to grades 1-5. Registration is required.